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Illinois Senate Race: New Faces Step Forward

March 11, 2026

A 24‑hour gap after Senator Dick Durbin said he would not run again saw Lieutenant Governor Juliana Stratton announce her bid for the seat, signaling a possible shift in Illinois’ Senate representation. The state’s Senate seats have long split between the Chicago area and downstate, but Durbin’s

politics

Celebrating a Legacy: The Life and Impact of Rev. Jesse Jackson

March 7, 2026

Thousands gathered in Chicago to honor the late civil‑rights leader Rev. Jesse Jackson, whose influence spanned decades of activism and politics. The ceremony drew former presidents, senators, local officials, artists, and ordinary citizens who remembered Jackson’s relentless fight for justice. F

politics

Home Battles: Palestinians Face Forced Moves in East Jerusalem

January 29, 2026

In the heart of East Jerusalem, a tense situation is unfolding. Kayed Rajabi and his neighbors are fighting to keep their homes. An Israeli group, Ateret Cohanim, wants them out. They claim the land belongs to them. Rajabi and others say they won't go without a fight. Rajabi's home is in Silwan, ne

business

Micron's Mega Project: A Community's Push for Fair Deals

January 21, 2026

Micron's massive $100 billion chip factory in New York is making waves, but not everyone is cheering. A group of local advocates, unions, and environmentalists are stepping up, asking Micron to make some serious promises—ones that are legally binding. This project is huge. It's set to be the bigges

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Iran's Path to Change: Why Internal Resistance Matters

January 21, 2026

The struggle for change in Iran is complex. Many believe that outside forces can bring down the Iranian government. However, Maryam Rajavi, a prominent opposition leader, disagrees. She argues that real change must come from within Iran. Rajavi is the president-elect of the National Council of Resi

health

Life After the Spotlight: The Forgotten Elders of Rajasthan's Nat Community

January 18, 2026

In the heart of rural Rajasthan, a group of elderly women from the Nat community face a harsh reality after years of work. These women, once the main breadwinners, now find themselves alone and struggling. They were part of a community that has faced discrimination for generations. A law from the 18

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Illinois Judges: Who Picks the Next One?

January 15, 2026

In Illinois, judges have a unique way of choosing their successors. When a judge steps down, other judges often pick who will fill the vacant seat. This is not a new practice. It has been part of the state's constitution since 1970. Mary Jane Theis, a judge from Chicago, is about to retire. She has

crime

The Unseen Side of Car Rentals: A Crime Ring Exposed

January 15, 2026

A recent case has brought to light a hidden underworld of crime-tourism, where car rentals played a key role. At the center of this operation were Juan Carlos Thola-Duran and Ana Maria Arriagada, a couple from Sand Canyon. They ran a car rental business called Driver Power Rentals (DPR) in Van Nuys,

business

India's Interest Rate: What's Next?

January 14, 2026

India's central bank is taking a wait-and-see approach. The governor, Sanjay Malhotra, recently shared that the country's interest rates are in a neutral zone. This means they're not too high or too low. The bank's next move will depend on how the economy grows and how prices change. In a chat with

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Journalists Face Life Sentences in Pakistan Over Protest Support

January 2, 2026

In a recent development, eight journalists and online commentators received life sentences from a Pakistani anti-terrorism court. They were found guilty of terrorism-related offenses. These charges were linked to their online support of Imran Khan, the former prime minister who was briefly arrested.